Classic Homemade Burger

Method

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1. 1Mix the mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard and chopped pickles in a small bowl to make the sauce, and refrigerate.
2. 2Divide the beef into 4 equal portions (about 150 g each). Without kneading, gently press each into a patty about 2 cm thick and 1-2 cm wider than your buns.
3. 3Press a shallow dimple into the center of each patty with your thumb so it doesn't puff into a ball as it cooks. Keep the patties chilled until cooking.
4. 4Split the buns, butter the cut sides and toast them in a dry pan for 1-2 minutes until golden. Set aside.
5. 5Heat a cast-iron pan or grill over high heat until very hot, then add the oil. Season both sides of the patties generously with salt and pepper and put them straight into the pan.
6. 6Cook the first side for 3-4 minutes without touching, until a dark brown crust forms. Flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes, and don't press down on them, or the juices will run out.
7. 7In the last minute, lay a cheddar slice on each patty and cover the pan until it melts. For safety, the center should reach 71 °C, or show no pink when cut.
8. 8Spread sauce on the bottom bun, then stack lettuce, patty, tomato, onion and pickles. Spread sauce on the top bun, close and serve right away.